Vegan Seitan Gyro W/ Cucumber Sauce Recipe

Name: Vegan Seitan Gyro W/ Cucumber Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup soy yogurt, unsweetened; 12 large cucumber, peeled and grated; 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh; 1 teaspoon dried dill weed; ½ teaspoon salt; fresh ground pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon turbinado sugar (to taste); 1 lb seitan, shaved into thin, bite-sized bits; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon cumin; 2 teaspoons oregano; 1 pinch cinnamon; 1 pinch nutmeg; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 small tomatoes, diced; 1 onion, diced; 3 cups lettuce, shredded; 6 pieces pita bread, warmed

Servings: persons

1 cup soy yogurt, unsweetened
12 large cucumber, peeled and grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon turbinado sugar (to taste)
1 lb seitan, shaved into thin, bite-sized bits
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 pinch cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 small tomatoes, diced
1 onion, diced
3 cups lettuce, shredded
6 pieces pita bread, warmed

1
Peel and grate the cucumber.
2
Put the grated cucumber into a strainer and set in the sink for 10 minutes to drain.
3
Squeeze the cucumber to remove excess moisture and place into a small bowl.
4
Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine.
5
Cover and place in the fridge to let the flavors meld while you cook.
6
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
7
Add the seitan bits and garlic and stir until the seitan begins to brown.
8
Add all of the seasonings and stir well.
9
Sautee until the seitan is well cooked and fragrant.
10
Turn off the heat.
11
Assemble the sandwich with the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes and onions, cooked seitan and cucumber sauce.
12
Eat open-face or fold up and hold on tight!

297

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup soy yogurt, unsweetened, 12 large cucumber, peeled and grated, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh, 1 teaspoon dried dill weed, and more.

Yes, Vegan Seitan Gyro W/ Cucumber Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegan Seitan Gyro W/ Cucumber Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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